2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
